Does VCA pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, VCA employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at VCA. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at VCA?

39% of VCA employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated VCA 2.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at VCA?

Veterinary Assistant (274) , Veterinary Technician (179) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (96) , Customer Service Representative (88) , Client Service Representative (82) , Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) (68) , Veterinarian (68) , Receptionist (62) , Technician (56) , Associate Veterinarian (52) , Vet Assistant (49) , Hospital Manager (47) , Front Desk Receptionist (35) , Kennel Technician (33) , Vet Tech (33)

What are the pros of working at VCA according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are good and PTO" ((in 217 reviews)); "The coworkers are great and there are pet discounts for medical care" ((in 96 reviews)); "At the hospital level there are great people and the veterinary field can be very rewarding." ((in 77 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 67 reviews)); "Flexible schedule and casual environment." ((in 21 reviews))

What are the cons of working at VCA according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is low and they make it hard to get a raise unless you tell them you're quitting." ((in 261 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 61 reviews)); "NO TRAINING: coworkers don't help you out and seem to get some sick satisfaction from watching you fail" ((in 46 reviews)); "Long hours and made to feel like you're not a team player if you don't work overtime/pick up shifts in other departments." ((in 45 reviews)); "there is no work/life balance" ((in 44 reviews))

What are employees saying about VCA layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about VCA layoffs and their outlook for job security at VCA in 2026.

What VCA locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Silverdale , San Jose , Orange , Tustin , Reno , Charlotte , Fort Worth , San Antonio , Carmel , Santa Barbara

VCA reviews

2.9

39% would recommend to a friend

(2,346 total reviews)

Patty Wu

23% approve of CEO

26% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Compensation and benefits

2.9

Career opportunities

2.8

Culture & values

2.8

Work/Life balance

2.4

Senior management

VCA has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,346 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The VCA employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Personal Consumer Services industry (3.4 stars).

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Sexual orientation

Disability

Parent or family caregiver

Veteran status

Reviews by job title

2K reviews

5.0

Nov 19, 2025

Great experience

Veterinary technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I had been affiliated with VCA for years, I was awarded a scholarship to further my skills. Was acknowledged for my contribution in corporate fundraisers. I met lifelong friends working for this company and got to fulfill my passion for working with animals.

Cons

Hard work life balance. Hospital managers are not usually Drs or techs so there can be some disagreements with how things can be run, also remember this is a corporation.

VCA Response

3mo

Congratulations on your scholarship! Thank you for sharing your experience and feedback to help us continue to improve our communications.

3.0

Nov 17, 2025

High demand

Receptionist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pto & mental health support

Cons

Work life balance is hard to maintain

VCA Response

3mo

Caring for those who care for our pets is a top priority for VCA. We're glad to hear you enjoyed our free access to mental health services, including 12-free therapy sessions a year. Thank you for your feedback as we continue to look for new ways to support Associates with work-life balance.

5.0

Nov 4, 2025

Love What I Do and WHO I Do it For!

People team

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

· I truly feel valued, respected, and appreciated for the work I do every day. · In my experience, VCA fosters a positive, non-hostile, and inclusive environment where collaboration and kindness are part of the culture. · The company’s strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is truly inspiring to me · Our Associate Resource Groups (ARGs) provide a wonderful platform to embrace, educate, share, support, and celebrate our unique backgrounds and perspectives. · It’s an ever-changing, dynamic workplace that keeps me learning, growing, and challenged in the best ways. · VCA encourages a growth and development mindset. · Fair pay and excellent benefits that genuinely support associates’ overall well-being.

Cons

· VCA is such a large and ever-evolving organization, change happens often—which can sometimes take some getting used to. · Career advancement opportunities may depend on your specific department or location. · Some systems and processes are still improving as the company continues to grow—but leadership is actively working on it.

VCA Response

6mo

We're so happy to hear you love what you do and that you feel energized, engaged, and included doing it. Thank you for sharing your feedback and recognizing the work being done to improve processes.

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